Vulnerability identifier: #VU13127
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-120
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Apple iOS
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Apple Inc.
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to buffer overflow in the Bluetooth component. A local attacker can run a specially crafted application, trigger memory corruption and gain elevated privileges.
Mitigation
Update to version 11.4.
Vulnerable software versions
Apple iOS: 11.3 - 11.3.1
External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208848
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.